Tiana Randall

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Solange, Tracee Ellis Ross And More Celebrate The Resurgence Of Black Hair Shows With ‘Black Hair Reimagined’

5 days ago | flipboard.com | Tiana Randall

1 day agoCelebrities and their moms aren't all that different than we are. Because before they were global pop stars, award-wining actresses, activists, and women of massive influence, they were just kids whose mothers who probably nagged them to clean their rooms, do their homework, and say hello to aunt …
Solange, Tracee Ellis Ross And More Celebrate The Resurgence Of Black Hair Shows With “Black Hair Reimagined”

6 days ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

Hair has been a cornerstone of Black beauty and cultural expression since pre-colonial Africa, where braiding was not merely decorative but deeply symbolic. At that time, hair was used to convey identity, social status, marital position, and tribal affiliation. So it’s no surprise, then, that Black hair shows have remained a meaningful tradition across the diaspora—from Mali to the Dominican Republic to New York, particularly since their rise in the 1990s.
The Morning Before The Met Gala With Sergio Hudson

1 week ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

On a rainy New York day in uptown Manhattan, at the Plaza, designer Sergio Hudson sits unshakenly sound in his hotel suite. "I only got two hours asleep," he says. His schedule, a severe mix of anxiety and restlessness, has made rest nearly impossible. Prior to our meeting, he describes his night and early morning, “No sleep. Fitting, fitting. Breakfast—I didn’t even eat half of it.” He goes on, “Fitting, fitting, fitting, meeting. Then I had to go to this event where they were honoring me.
2025 Met Gala Red Carpet Arrivals: All The Athletes And Their Looks

1 week ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

Sports and fashion are often seen as worlds apart, but this year’s Met Gala begs to differ. The Met's "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition centers the fashion of the Black Dandy through a masculine lens. According to Page Six, this year’s guest list prioritized athletes—both newcomers and hall-of-famers—like Co-chair LeBron James, who unfortunately had to miss the event due to injury.
The Forgotten Black Lesbian Dandies

1 week ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

The 2025 Met Gala theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, celebrates the essence of Black dandyism taking inspiration from style trailblazers like André Leon Talley, Dapper Dan, Langston Hughes, and James Baldwin. In tandem with the Costume Institute’s exhibition, the theme pays homage to the art of fine tailoring and the enduring style of Black men—from the 18th century through the Harlem Renaissance of the Roaring Twenties to present day.
Can A ‘Protect The Dolls’ T-Shirt Really Save All?

1 week ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

During Coachella weekend, Australian pop singer Troye Sivan joined Charli XCX onstage wearing a white T-shirt with bold black lettering reading: 'Protect the Dolls.' The shirt, designed by American-born, London-based designer Conner Ives, has quickly become a statement piece that has gone viral over social media and within Hollywood. This shirt comes in the wake of the UK Supreme Court's ruling, in which judges unanimously determined that, under equality law, a woman is defined by biological sex.
Behind Beyonce’s All-White Cowboy Carter Tour Look

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

Even after 20+ years in the industry, it's still impossible not to be awed by anything Beyoncé does. From surprise album drops to fully realized visual albums, she continually reshapes the boundaries of artistry. After the groundbreaking Renaissance tour, which premiered in 2023, she's now embarking on a new chapter with the second album in the Renaissance trilogy.
Nike And Ja Morant Unveil ‘Ja 3’ Sneakers That Are Just As Explosive As Him

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

Ja Morant's name may be ubiquitous in sports headlines, but he’s now drawing similar attention in the sneaker world with the release of his latest Nike collaboration. The Nike "Ja 3" marks the third installment in his signature line, following the success of the Ja 1 and Ja 2 silhouettes. Morant and Nike unveiled the Ja 3 on April 20, 2025, during the NBA playoffs—when all eyes are on the court and the shoes helping him shine.
Starface Hydro-Star Clear Patches Have Gone Incognito Mode

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

For some time now, Gen Z has embraced pimple patches as a secondary accessory. Originally designed as discreet treatments for blemishes, these patches have undergone a notable transformation, largely thanks to Starface. The shift became especially apparent in 2019, when the brand launched its signature yellow star-shaped patches—reminiscent of the playful stickers many of us wore on our faces as kids.
What Is The Met Gala 2025 Theme? The History Of The Black Dandy

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Tiana Randall

Every year on the first Monday in May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City hosts the Met Gala, officially known as the Costume Institute Benefit. This annual fundraising event supports the museum’s Costume Institute, and in 2024 alone, it raised $26 million. Each year, each gala revolves around a theme, with past moments including 'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty (2023)', 'The Garden of Time (2024),' and the widely acclaimed 'Notes on Camp (2019)'.